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The AAFP congratulates and welcomes the medical students who matched into family medicine today. For those entering family medicine, it is the beginning of a career defined by continuity, versatility and deep community connection: bit.ly/4bbsXnG

A very warm welcome to all the new family medicine residents who Matched today! Welcome to the family of family medicine. Here's a special message from #AAFP CEO and EVP @rshawnm and the @aafp team in Leawood, Kansas.

What a warm welcome to the new Family Medicine residents, @aafp and @futurefamilymed! #Match2026

I often talk about how Match Day is one of my favorite days of the year. Today is the day we get to welcome thousands into the family medicine community. On behalf of the @aafp, I’m thrilled to officially welcome each of our new family physicians into our community as part of the 2026 Match. This is a milestone moment for the next generation of family physicians and an important one for the health of our country. Family physicians are at the heart of health care in rural towns, urban neighborhoods and everywhere in between. You show up for newborn visits and end-of-life conversations. You manage chronic disease, deliver babies, support mental health, advocate for prevention and help families navigate an increasingly complex health system. Where there are people, there are family physicians working to make communities healthier. To every new family medicine resident: we are proud of you, and we are ready to support you. The AAFP is here at every step of your journey, from advancing policies that strengthen primary care, supporting your well-being and providing career and leadership resources so you can thrive in whatever path you choose. Thank you for answering the call to serve. The future of family medicine is bright because of you.

To all the future family doctors getting ready to find out where you are going to complete your residency: You've got this! #Match2026 #TeamFamMed

#Match2026 is tomorrow! In our latest episode @DrFaiselSyed and @DrDanMcCarter chat with @aafp's Dr. Karen Mitchell on how to make the residency application process more efficient and improve the family medicine experience. Listen now! bit.ly/4cVUomI

“To truly reduce the cost of health care, we must invest in health. And health starts with primary care.” - @aafp's @rshawnm. "Research has proven that robust primary care systems can lower overall health care utilization, decrease rates of disease and mortality, increase the use of preventive services, and avoid unnecessary ER visits and hospitalizations – enabling a health care system that truly promotes patient health and reduces costs" - @PBGHealth's @lizzymitch2. The key takeaway: investing more in comprehensive primary care means better health and lower costs. Check out more testimony from PCC members at a House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing ⬇️ energycommerce.house.gov/events/health-…

#AAFP CEO Shawn Martin is testifying before the House Energy and Commerce Committee on the urgent need to lower health care costs. Take action today and contact your members of Congress and share why affordable health care is imperative to your patients and communities. When we speak with a unified voice, we can drive meaningful change: fammedpac.aafp.org/take-action/al…

Family physicians see every day how policy decisions affect patients, practices and communities. That’s why physician voices in advocacy are more important than ever. New from @aafp president @SCNosalMD in @HopkinsMedicine: ➕ You don’t have to be a policy expert to advocate. ➕Advocacy doesn’t have to be complicated. ➕Early-career voices matter. ➕Physician advocacy shapes policy. Read more: bit.ly/4boFp27

Whatever your path in family medicine, mentorship can help you get there. For PGY-2s preparing to step into PGY-3 this summer, our Early Career Pathfinder pilot program can connect you with a mentor to help you navigate this next phase: bit.ly/4rUSNlC

“3 Ways I Made It Through Match Week” Maybe it was your mentor, your family, your best friend, or a specific flavor of ice cream! Whether sincere or silly or both, comment below and share the three things that kept you sane throughout the match process. #Match2026 #FamilyMedicine #FAFP #AAFP

Congratulations to the #Match2026 class! We’ll be celebrating with you all week long, and we can’t wait to see where you’re headed on Friday! Use this social media toolkit and tag us @futurefamilymed so we can help you celebrate: bit.ly/4s3Jgso

Hello? It's your future in family medicine calling! Welcome to #TeamFamMed 🎉! We can't wait to see where everyone matches on Friday.

Dr. Jennifer Bacani McKenney shares an example of how having a usual source of primary care reduces emergency department visits and hospitalizations for people with chronic disease. Learn more about @TheGrahamCenter’s report, “Investing in Primary Care: The Missing Strategy in America’s Fight Against Chronic Disease": bit.ly/4cMyphP

Vaccines are still our best protection against harmful and deadly diseases. #AAFP president-elect @kishadavismd spoke with @RollingOut on what every parent and adult needs to know about vaccines and how you protect your community through vaccinations. bit.ly/4dc7trW

Dr. Jay Lee talks about the importance of representation in medicine, mentorship and having a community of family medicine leaders you can count on. The AAFP Leadership Conference brings those leaders together. Join us April 22–25 in Kansas City, MO to connect, advocate and grow your leadership skills: bit.ly/3uv43Nf

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Short on time? New “practice hack” videos and quick-reference fact sheets deliver practical guidance on identifying exacerbation risk, recognizing disease progression and optimizing COPD management—fast. Watch the videos: bit.ly/4tATVw9

No, you don't have to be a social media influencer to make an impact. But trusted voices in health care may be needed now more than ever. Hear more from Dr. Bayo Curry-Winchell in our latest episode of the Leading Edge: bit.ly/3P3hlKD

What gives @MikeMooreDO hope for the future of family medicine? The people. From the passion of his peers to the support of AAFP staff, this community is what moves the specialty forward. Experience it at #FMX2026 in Nashville, Oct. 20–24. ter.li/cuapat